Morgan Lake Dam Reservoir Report
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Last Updated: December 8, 2025
Morgan Lake Dam, located in Marion, Mississippi, is a privately-owned structure designed by the USDA NRCS for recreational purposes.
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Summary
Completed in 1968, this earth dam with a height of 12 feet serves as a barrier along the TR-Sowashee Creek-OS, providing a storage capacity of 96 acre-feet. Despite being uncontrolled, the dam's spillway type and outlet gates have been designated as such, with an undetermined hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating of 3.
The dam, owned by a private entity in Lauderdale County, Mississippi, falls under state jurisdiction and regulation by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality. It is part of the Mobile District and has not been rated for condition assessment. With its primary purpose being recreation, Morgan Lake Dam offers a serene and picturesque setting for water resource and climate enthusiasts to explore and appreciate the vital role of such structures in managing water resources and environmental conservation efforts in the region.
For those interested in the intersection of water resources, climate, and infrastructure, Morgan Lake Dam presents a unique case study in the ongoing management and regulation of dams in Mississippi. Its design by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, coupled with its historic completion date and current risk assessment, offers a compelling narrative on the challenges and opportunities faced in ensuring the safety and sustainability of such essential water management structures amidst changing environmental conditions and regulatory frameworks.
Year Completed |
1968 |
Dam Height |
12 |
River Or Stream |
TR- SOWASHEE CREEK -OS |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Nid Storage |
96 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Undetermined |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
12 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Sowashee Creek At Meridian
|
12cfs |
Okatibbee Creek At Arundel
|
69cfs |
Sucarnoochee River At Livingston Al
|
310cfs |
Chunky River Nr Chunky
|
179cfs |
Chickasawhay River At Enterprise
|
421cfs |
Bodka Creek Near Geiger
|
15cfs |
Dam Data Reference
Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.
Hazard Potential Classification
HighDams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.
Morgan Lake Dam